CHP - Careers

04/15/2026

🚨 TAKE THE Online EXAM! 🚨
Automotive Technician I – California Highway Patrol
📅 Final Date: 5/7/26
📲 Take the Online Exam here:https://bit.ly/4rO1kWu
After successfully passing the exam, visit https://bit.ly/3SQoEEN to apply for open positions across the state!

04/15/2026

Motor Carrier Specialist Elizabeth will highlight the position of the MCS and its importance to the California Highway Patrol and the motoring public.

04/01/2026

Welcome back to Recruiter Wednesday, Officer Martinez will discuss he PAT requirement.
She’ll highlight the importents that all applicants must pass all components of the PAT to continue to the next phase of testing, the Written Exam. To successfully pass the PAT, applicants must complete the following components.

19 Push-Ups in a minute
25 Sit-Ups in a minute
Complete a 1.5 mile run in 15 minutes or less
Complete a 300 meter run in 70 seconds or less

Failure to complete any component of the PAT will result in automatic disqualification and will end the applicants hiring process. Applicants will be able to reapply in the next exam cycle.

You think you have what it takes? Apply today at CHPMADEFORMORE.COM

03/30/2026

Meet Motor Carrier Specialist Shannon Smith of the California Highway Patrol. Discover what a Motor Carrier Specialist I does, how this career plays a critical role in keeping California’s roadways safe, and how you can make a real impact serving the motoring public.

Ready to start your journey?
Visit CHPMADEFORMORE.COM

03/25/2026

Welcome to Recruiter Wednesday! 👮🏻Officer Martinez will discuss about the Tattoo Policy within CHP.

🎙️Many applicants and current officers have tattoos, but they must adhere to our policy which is: all uniformed employees and cadets are prohibited from displaying any body art, tattoo(s), brand(s), intentional scarring, mutilation, or dental ornamentation while on duty or representing the CHP in any official capacity. ⭐️Interested in becoming part of the CHP? applying today on CHPmadeformore.com

03/25/2026

Thinking about moving to California to become a California Highway Patrol Officer? 🚔 If you’re applying locally or out of town, there are a few important things you should plan for during the hiring process.

During your background investigation, several in-person appointments will be scheduled that you’ll need to attend.

Plan your trip, stay prepared, and take the first step toward a career that challenges you, rewards you, and never leaves you wanting less.

Apply today at CHPMADEFORMORE.COM 🌟

03/24/2026

New YouTube video about CVIS!

Meet Denton Dodson, a Commercial Vehicle Inspection Specialist (CVIS) at the Cottonwood Scales near Redding, California. He has been with the department for ...

03/24/2026

Meet Denton Dodson, a Commercial Vehicle Inspection Specialist (CVIS) at the Cottonwood Enforcement Facility. He has been with the department for nearly 28 years. Prior to that, he worked in the commercial industry, and before that, he served in the United States Army. He’ll give you an in-depth look at a career as a CVIS with the CHP.

Under close supervision, a CVIS’s duties involve weighing and conducting complete inspections of commercial vehicles, including their condition, registration, loading, and equipment. In general, a CVIS ensures that each vehicle is in full compliance with the California Vehicle Code and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

Are you ready to serve your community?

Take the online exam to become a CVIS today:
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4988

After successfully passing the exam, visit CalCareers.gov to apply for open positions.

03/23/2026

📣 Join Us as a CHP Operator! 📣
📞 Be the critical link and voice connecting our communities with law enforcement professionals. Statewide positions available with excellent pay and benefits.

After successfully passing the exam, visit CalCareers to apply for open positions at our communications centers across the state!

Online EXAM :https://bit.ly/4rEbV6B
📆 Upcoming Filing Cutoff Dates:
4/9/2026
📝 Testing Window: May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026.